How to Fill Out Florida Petition to Resign Guardian (w/Examples) + FAQs

A Florida Petition to Resign Guardian is the formal court filing a guardian uses to ask the circuit court to accept their resignation under Fla. Stat. § 744.467, and it is filed in the same probate division that issued the original Letters of Guardianship. The petition is not self-executing, meaning the resignation only becomes effective after the court enters an order accepting it and a successor guardian is appointed and qualified.

Florida courts process tens of thousands of guardianship matters each year, and the Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers report that incomplete probate petitions are rejected at a rate above 18%, which delays accountings, bond discharges, and successor appointments. Filing the petition correctly the first time protects the ward, the resigning guardian, and the surety on the bond.

• 📄 How to complete every box on the Petition to Resign Guardian under Fla. Prob. R. 5.660.
• 🧾 Which attachments and notices must travel with the petition, including the final accounting under § 744.511.
• ⚖️ Three filled-out examples covering family guardians, professional guardians, and guardians of minors.
• 🛑 The 10 most common mistakes that trigger rejection, sanctions, or denied bond discharge.
• ❓ Twelve FAQs that answer the field-level questions filers ask the clerk every week.

What the Petition to Resign Guardian Is and Who Must File It

The Petition to Resign Guardian is the pleading authorized by Fla. Stat. § 744.467 that allows a court-appointed guardian to step down before the guardianship terminates by its own terms. Florida does not publish a single statewide form, so most filers use a local circuit template such as the Hillsborough County probate forms page or an attorney-drafted petition that tracks the statute and Fla. Prob. R. 5.660. The petition must be filed in the same circuit court division that originally appointed the guardian and issued the Letters of Guardianship.

Every type of court-appointed guardian may file: guardian of the person, guardian of the property, plenary guardian, limited guardian, guardian advocate under § 393.12, guardian of a minor, emergency temporary guardian, and pre-need guardian who has begun serving. Professional guardians registered with the Florida Office of Public & Professional Guardians must also notify OPPG of the resignation. Co-guardians may resign individually while the other continues to serve, but each must file a separate petition or a joint petition that clearly states which guardian is leaving.

A resignation has no legal effect until two things happen: the judge signs an Order Accepting Resignation, and a successor guardian is appointed and has filed an oath and bond if required. This rule, set in § 744.467(1), prevents the ward from being left without a fiduciary even for a single day. A guardian who simply walks away without a court order remains liable for the ward’s well-being and the ward’s assets and can face surcharge, bond claims, and contempt.

Before You Start: Documents and Information You Need

Gather these items before opening the petition template, because every one of them feeds a specific paragraph of the pleading or a required attachment under Fla. Prob. R. 5.660 and § 744.511. Missing even one item is the leading cause of clerk rejection and judicial denial.

• Original case number and style from the Letters of Guardianship, because the petition must be filed in the same case and division.
• Ward’s full legal name, date of birth, and current address, because notice must reach the ward or the ward’s attorney.
• Date the guardian was appointed and a copy of the Letters of Guardianship, used in the opening paragraph.
• Type of guardianship (person, property, plenary, limited, guardian advocate, minor) so the petition cites the correct statutory authority.
• Final accounting through the date of resignation, required by § 744.511, covering every asset and disbursement since the last approved accounting.
• Final report on the ward’s well-being for guardians of the person, listing residence, medical status, and services.
• Surety bond information, including bond number and surety company, so the order can address discharge.
• Names and addresses of all interested persons under Fla. Prob. R. 5.041, because formal notice is mandatory.
• Proposed successor guardian’s name, address, and consent, because resignation is not effective until the successor qualifies.
• Filing fee or fee waiver, since most Florida circuits charge a motion or petition fee in probate; verify with the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal and your local clerk.

The reason this checklist matters is simple: the judge will not sign an order accepting resignation if any required attachment is missing, and the clerk will reject the e-filing if the case number or party caption is wrong. Marcus, a son serving as plenary guardian for his mother, learned this the hard way when his petition was rejected three times for using the wrong division code.

Where to Get the Form and How to Access It

Florida has no single statewide Petition to Resign Guardian form, so filers pull templates from three reliable sources. The first is the local circuit clerk’s probate forms library, such as Miami-Dade Clerk forms, Orange County Clerk probate, or Hillsborough County Clerk forms. The second is The Florida Bar probate section practice manuals, which include attorney-drafted petitions that track § 744.467 word for word. The third is legal aid organizations such as Florida Law Help for pro se filers.

After downloading, save the file as a fillable PDF or Word document and rename it with the case number and date, for example 2023-GA-001234-Petition-to-Resign-2026-05-27.pdf. This naming convention prevents the clerk from rejecting the upload for duplicate or unclear file names on the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.

A common misconception is that the Petition to Resign Guardian and the Petition to Discharge Guardian are interchangeable. They are not: the resignation petition under § 744.467 is filed mid-guardianship, while the discharge petition under § 744.527 is filed at the natural end of the guardianship. Filing the wrong one delays everything by 60 to 90 days.

Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out the Florida Petition to Resign Guardian Line by Line

Fill the petition out in the order the form is laid out. Each numbered field below corresponds to the standard paragraphs used across nearly every Florida circuit’s template and every attorney-drafted petition that follows Fla. Prob. R. 5.660.

Caption: Court, County, and Case Number

The caption sits at the top of page one and identifies the court, the probate division, the case number, and the style of the case. In plain English, this box tells the clerk which file to put your petition in. Type the court name in all caps, for example IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FLORIDA — PROBATE DIVISION, and add the case number exactly as it appears on the Letters of Guardianship.

A specific example: Maria Lopez, guardian of the property for her father Carlos Lopez, types Case No.: 2022-GA-004567 and IN RE: GUARDIANSHIP OF CARLOS LOPEZ, an incapacitated person. The nuance most filers miss is that some counties use GA for adult guardianship and GD for guardianship of a minor; using the wrong code routes the petition to the wrong judge.

The most common mistake is copying the case number from a prior pleading that contained a typo, which causes the clerk to file the petition into a stranger’s case and forces a refile. The misconception filers carry into this box is that the caption is “just paperwork” — it is jurisdictional, and a wrong caption can void notice on interested persons.

Paragraph 1: Identity and Capacity of the Petitioner

Paragraph 1 states who is filing and in what role. The plain-English question is: who are you, and what kind of guardian are you? Write your full legal name, your address, and your exact appointed role, for example Maria Lopez, whose address is 1428 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa, FL 33606, is the duly appointed Guardian of the Property of Carlos Lopez.

The nuance: if you are a co-guardian, name the other guardian here too and state that only you are resigning. A common mistake is writing “guardian” without specifying person, property, or plenary, which forces the judge to enter a clarifying order before ruling. The misconception here is that “guardian” is a single role — Florida law under § 744.102 recognizes several distinct roles, and each carries different duties.

Aisha, a professional guardian managing 14 cases, includes her OPPG registration number here as a courtesy to the court. That single line speeds judicial review because it shows the court the resignation will be reported to the regulator.

Paragraph 2: Date and Authority of Appointment

Paragraph 2 anchors the petition to the original appointment. The plain-English question is: when did the court make you guardian, and under what order? Write Petitioner was appointed by Order dated MM/DD/YYYY and Letters of Guardianship were issued on MM/DD/YYYY.

A specific example: Petitioner was appointed by Order dated 03/14/2022 and Letters of Guardianship of the Property were issued on 03/22/2022. The nuance is that the appointment date and the Letters issuance date are usually different by a few days; cite both. The mistake to avoid is using only the Letters date and omitting the appointment order date, which can confuse the bond discharge analysis. The misconception is that the appointment date controls the accounting period — the accounting actually begins on the date Letters issued, per § 744.511.

Paragraph 3: Reason for Resignation

Paragraph 3 states the reason. Florida law under § 744.467 does not require the guardian to prove cause, but stating a reason helps the judge weigh the petition against the ward’s best interest. Write a clear, single-sentence reason, such as Petitioner is relocating permanently to North Carolina on 07/01/2026 and can no longer perform the duties of guardian.

Janet, a daughter who served seven years as guardian of the person for her mother, writes Petitioner has been diagnosed with Stage III breast cancer and is unable to continue active guardianship duties. The nuance: avoid hostile language about the ward or family members because the judge reads it. The mistake is leaving this paragraph blank, which signals abandonment and can trigger a show-cause hearing. The misconception is that “burnout” is not a valid reason — it absolutely is, especially for long-serving family guardians, and courts routinely accept it.

Paragraph 4: Status of the Ward

Paragraph 4 reports on the ward as of the petition date. State the ward’s current residence, current health or developmental status if guardian of the person, and whether the ward remains incapacitated. Write The Ward currently resides at Sunrise Assisted Living, 4500 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33609, and remains incapacitated as adjudicated by Order dated 03/14/2022.

The nuance: if the ward has died, you do not file a Petition to Resign — you file a Suggestion of Death and Petition for Discharge under § 744.527. The mistake to avoid is leaving the ward’s address as the original 2022 address when the ward has since moved. The misconception is that the guardian can update the ward’s address informally — every move requires a notice of change of residence under Fla. Prob. R. 5.650.

Paragraph 5: Final Accounting and Final Report

Paragraph 5 references the attached final accounting and, for guardians of the person, the final report. Under § 744.511, a resigning guardian must file a final accounting within 20 days of removal or resignation. Write Concurrently filed herewith is Petitioner’s Final Accounting covering the period MM/DD/YYYY through MM/DD/YYYY and Final Report on the Ward.

A specific example: Marcus attaches a final accounting from 01/01/2025 through 05/27/2026 showing every transaction since the last annual accounting was approved. The nuance: if the previous annual accounting was approved by court order, the final accounting begins on the day after the close of that period; otherwise, it goes back to the issuance of Letters. The mistake to avoid is filing the petition without the accounting, which automatically triggers a judicial order to file within 20 days. The misconception is that the accounting can be waived by family agreement — only the court can waive it, and only under § 744.3678 circumstances.

Paragraph 6: Surety Bond Information

Paragraph 6 identifies the bond and asks for discharge. The plain-English question is: who is your surety, and what is the bond number? Write Petitioner posted a surety bond in the amount of $\$$150,000.00 with ABC Surety Company, Bond No. 1234567, and respectfully requests discharge of said bond upon approval of the final accounting.

The nuance: the bond is not discharged at resignation — it is discharged after the final accounting is approved and the successor guardian has qualified. The mistake to avoid is canceling the bond yourself before the order discharges it, which exposes you to surcharge claims for any post-cancellation losses. The misconception is that resignation cancels the bond automatically — it does not, and the surety remains on the hook until the court order is entered.

Paragraph 7: Nomination of Successor Guardian

Paragraph 7 names the proposed successor and attaches their consent. Under § 744.467(1), the resignation is not effective until a successor is appointed and qualified, so naming a candidate now saves months. Write Petitioner nominates [Successor Name] of [Address] to serve as Successor Guardian and attaches the Successor’s written Consent to Serve as Exhibit “B”.

A specific example: Aisha nominates her professional guardian colleague Robert Chen, registered OPPG Guardian No. PG-2019-00456, of 200 W. Forsyth St., Jacksonville, FL 32202. The nuance: if you cannot find a successor, the petition must request that the court appoint one, and you may need to alert the Florida Office of Public & Professional Guardians for a public guardian referral. The mistake to avoid is naming a successor who has not consented in writing, which guarantees a continuance. The misconception is that family members can be drafted as successors without their written consent — they cannot, under Fla. Prob. R. 5.590.

Paragraph 8: Notice to Interested Persons

Paragraph 8 lists every interested person who must receive formal notice under Fla. Prob. R. 5.041. The plain-English question is: who has a legal right to know you are resigning? Include the ward, the ward’s attorney, the ward’s spouse, all next of kin entitled to notice in the original incapacity proceeding, and any co-guardian.

A specific example: Janet lists her mother (the ward), her mother’s elder-law attorney, her two siblings, and the ward’s appointed court monitor. The nuance: notice must be served by formal notice, not informal email, and proof of service must be filed. The mistake to avoid is omitting an adult child who lives out of state, which voids the order and forces a do-over. The misconception is that the ward’s attorney does not need notice — the ward’s attorney always needs notice, every time.

Paragraph 9: Prayer for Relief

Paragraph 9 is the “wherefore” clause that tells the judge exactly what to order. Write WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests this Court enter an Order: (a) accepting Petitioner’s resignation; (b) approving the Final Accounting; (c) appointing the Successor Guardian named herein; (d) discharging the Petitioner and the surety upon qualification of the Successor; and (e) granting such other relief as the Court deems just.

The nuance: include every relief item you want, because the judge will only grant what is requested. The mistake to avoid is forgetting to ask for bond discharge, which leaves the surety on risk for years. The misconception is that “such other relief” is a catch-all — judges interpret it narrowly, so list each specific request.

Signature, Verification, and Oath

The signature block requires the petitioner’s signature, printed name, address, phone, email, and a verification under § 92.525 that the facts are true. Sign in blue or black ink if filing on paper, or apply a verified e-signature on the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.

A specific example: Carlos types Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have read the foregoing Petition and that the facts stated in it are true. /s/ Carlos Mendoza, 03/15/2026. The nuance: if an attorney files for you, the attorney signs as counsel and you sign the verification separately. The mistake to avoid is filing without verification, which lets any interested person move to strike. The misconception is that a notary is required — for verifications under § 92.525, a notarized oath or a written declaration under penalty of perjury both work.

Three Filled-Out Examples Using Real Scenarios

Each example follows one named person through every major paragraph of the petition. The tables below show what each filer enters in each section of the standard Florida Petition to Resign Guardian.

Example 1: Maria Lopez, Family Guardian Relocating Out of State

Form Section	What Maria Enters
Caption	13th Judicial Circuit, Hillsborough County, Probate Division, Case No. 2022-GA-004567
Paragraph 1 — Petitioner	Maria Lopez, 1428 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa, FL 33606, Guardian of the Property of Carlos Lopez
Paragraph 2 — Appointment	Appointed 03/14/2022; Letters issued 03/22/2022
Paragraph 3 — Reason	Permanent relocation to Charlotte, NC on 07/01/2026
Paragraph 4 — Ward Status	Ward resides at Sunrise Assisted Living, Tampa, FL; remains incapacitated
Paragraph 5 — Final Accounting	Final Accounting attached, period 01/01/2026 through 05/27/2026
Paragraph 6 — Bond	$\$$150,000 bond, ABC Surety, Bond No. 1234567
Paragraph 7 — Successor	Nominates brother Luis Lopez, written consent attached as Exhibit B
Paragraph 8 — Notice	Ward, ward’s attorney, two adult siblings, court monitor
Signature	Verified under § 92.525, signed 05/27/2026

Example 2: Aisha Bennett, Professional Guardian Resigning Due to Conflict

Form Section	What Aisha Enters
Caption	11th Judicial Circuit, Miami-Dade County, Probate Division, Case No. 2024-GA-009811
Paragraph 1 — Petitioner	Aisha Bennett, OPPG Guardian No. PG-2018-00231, Plenary Guardian of Eleanor Hayes
Paragraph 2 — Appointment	Appointed 06/05/2024; Letters issued 06/12/2024
Paragraph 3 — Reason	Newly discovered conflict of interest with ward’s brokerage account custodian
Paragraph 4 — Ward Status	Ward resides at Memory Care of Coral Gables; remains incapacitated
Paragraph 5 — Final Accounting	Final Accounting attached, 06/12/2024 through 05/27/2026
Paragraph 6 — Bond	$\$$500,000 bond, XYZ Surety, Bond No. 7788990
Paragraph 7 — Successor	Nominates Robert Chen, OPPG Guardian No. PG-2019-00456, consent attached
Paragraph 8 — Notice	Ward, ward’s attorney, OPPG, two adult children, surety
Signature	Verified under § 92.525; counsel of record also signs

Example 3: Janet Reyes, Guardian of a Minor Whose Ward Is Turning 18

Form Section	What Janet Enters
Caption	9th Judicial Circuit, Orange County, Probate Division, Case No. 2018-GD-002245
Paragraph 1 — Petitioner	Janet Reyes, Guardian of the Person and Property of minor Sophia Reyes
Paragraph 2 — Appointment	Appointed 04/02/2018; Letters issued 04/10/2018
Paragraph 3 — Reason	Ward turns 18 on 06/15/2026; petitioner resigning to permit termination
Paragraph 4 — Ward Status	Ward resides with petitioner at 322 Park Lake Cir., Orlando, FL 32803
Paragraph 5 — Final Accounting	Final Accounting attached, 01/01/2026 through 06/15/2026
Paragraph 6 — Bond	$\$$25,000 bond, DEF Surety, Bond No. 4455667
Paragraph 7 — Successor	No successor needed; petition to terminate filed concurrently
Paragraph 8 — Notice	Ward, ward’s natural father, ward’s attorney ad litem
Signature	Verified under § 92.525, signed 05/27/2026

How to File the Completed Form

Florida requires nearly all probate filings to go through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal under Fla. R. Gen. Prac. & Jud. Admin. 2.525. Self-represented filers may file by mail or in person, but most clerks strongly prefer e-filing for speed and tracking.

• E-Filing Portal. Upload the petition, exhibits, proposed order, and notice of hearing as separate PDFs through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal. The standard probate motion fee runs roughly $\$$100, payable by ACH or credit card; processing takes 1 to 5 business days. Save the confirmation email and the file-stamped copy as proof of filing.
• By Mail. Send the original petition and one copy to the clerk’s probate division at the address listed on your local clerk’s site, for example Hillsborough County Clerk. Include a check or money order for the filing fee made out to “Clerk of Court” and a self-addressed stamped envelope; processing takes 7 to 14 days.
• In Person. Hand-deliver the petition and exhibits to the probate counter, pay by cash, check, or card, and ask the clerk to file-stamp your courtesy copy on the spot; processing is same-day.
• Fax. Florida circuits no longer accept probate filings by fax under Rule 2.525, so do not attempt this channel.

After the clerk accepts the petition, set a hearing through the judge’s judicial assistant and serve the Notice of Hearing on every interested person at least 15 days in advance, per Fla. Prob. R. 5.041. Keep your file-stamped copy, your fee receipt, and your service affidavits in one folder; the surety will demand them before discharging your bond.

What Happens After You File

After filing, the clerk routes the petition to the assigned probate judge, and the judicial assistant calendars a hearing once notice is served and proof of service is filed. The court reviews the final accounting under § 744.511, the proposed successor’s qualifications under § 744.309, and any objections from interested persons.

If no objections are filed and the accounting is in order, the judge typically signs an Order Accepting Resignation, Approving Final Accounting, Appointing Successor Guardian, and Discharging Bond. The successor must then file an oath and, if required, a bond before new Letters of Guardianship issue. Only at that moment is the resigning guardian’s authority terminated.

If an objection is filed, the court will hold an evidentiary hearing where the resigning guardian may need to testify about the accounting, the ward’s status, and the successor’s fitness. Aisha, the professional guardian, faced an objection from a remote relative and had to produce two years of bank statements at hearing; she prevailed but the process added 90 days. Plan for that possibility and keep complete records.

Mistakes to Avoid When Filling Out the Form

• Filing without a final accounting. The judge will issue a 20-day order to file the accounting and may sanction you for the delay.
• Naming the wrong guardianship type. Mislabeling “plenary” as “limited” can void the bond discharge order.
• Using last year’s case number. The clerk rejects the e-filing and you lose your hearing slot.
• Skipping the successor nomination. The court cannot accept your resignation without a qualified successor in place.
• Forgetting OPPG notice for professional guardians. This violates OPPG reporting standards and risks registration discipline.
• Canceling the bond before the order issues. Surety claims for post-cancellation losses fall back on you personally.
• Omitting an interested person from notice. The order is voidable and any party can move to set it aside.
• Filing a discharge petition instead of a resignation petition. It delays the matter 60 to 90 days while the court redirects you.
• Failing to verify the petition under § 92.525. Any party can move to strike, and the judge usually grants the motion.
• Walking away before the order is signed. You remain liable to the ward and the surety, no matter what your last filing said.

Do’s and Don’ts

• Do file the final accounting concurrently with the petition, because it cuts the timeline almost in half.
• Do secure a written consent from the successor before filing, because that is what makes resignation effective.
• Do list every interested person in the notice paragraph, because missing one voids the order.
• Do keep the original Letters of Guardianship attached as an exhibit, because the judge cross-checks dates.
• Do state a clear reason for resignation, because it speeds judicial review.

• Do confirm bond discharge in the prayer for relief, because forgetting leaves the surety on risk.

• Don’t cancel the surety bond yourself, because only a court order discharges it.

• Don’t stop performing guardian duties before the order is signed, because you are still the guardian.
• Don’t use informal email notice, because formal notice under Rule 5.041 is required.
• Don’t file in a different division or county, because only the appointing court has jurisdiction.
• Don’t include hostile language about family or the ward, because it draws judicial scrutiny.
• Don’t forget to update the ward’s address if it has changed, because the notice paragraph relies on it.

Pros and Cons of Filing on Your Own vs. With Help

Filing pro se saves money but increases the risk of rejection and bond exposure. Filing with an attorney costs more but produces a cleaner record and faster discharge. The right choice depends on the size of the estate, the complexity of the accounting, and the presence of family conflict.

• Pro of filing pro se: No attorney fees, which preserves estate funds for the ward.
• Pro of filing pro se: Direct control over timing and pleading content.
• Pro of filing pro se: Useful for simple guardianships of a minor with small assets.
• Pro of filing pro se: Florida Law Help offers free templates and guides.

• Pro of filing pro se: Builds personal familiarity with the probate process.

• Con of filing pro se: High rejection rate for caption and accounting errors.

• Con of filing pro se: No malpractice insurance backing your filings.
• Con of filing pro se: Surety claims can land entirely on you personally.
• Con of filing pro se: Notice mistakes can void the order months later.
• Con of filing pro se: Professional guardians risk OPPG discipline for procedural slips.

The table below highlights how each path compares on the issues that matter most when resigning a Florida guardianship.

Decision Point	Pro Se vs. Attorney
Cost	Pro se saves $\$$1,500–$\$$5,000; attorney bills hourly or flat
Timeline	Attorneys average 45–60 days; pro se filers average 90–120 days
Rejection Risk	Pro se rejection rate above 18%; attorney filings under 4%
Bond Discharge	Attorneys routinely secure same-day discharge orders
Family Conflict	Attorneys de-escalate; pro se filers often inflame disputes
Accounting Review	CPAs and lawyers catch errors before filing
Best For	Pro se: small minor guardianships; Attorney: plenary adult guardianships

FAQs

Do I have to give a reason for resigning?

No. Fla. Stat. § 744.467 does not require cause, but stating a reason like relocation, illness, or burnout helps the judge weigh the resignation against the ward’s best interest and speeds approval.

Can I resign if there is no successor guardian lined up?

No. The resignation is not effective until a successor is appointed and qualified, so you must either nominate a successor or ask the court to appoint one through OPPG.

Do I write the original appointment date or the Letters issuance date in Paragraph 2?

Yes — both. The appointment order date and the Letters of Guardianship issuance date are usually a few days apart, and citing both prevents confusion in the bond discharge analysis.

Do I list myself as an interested person in Paragraph 8?

No. You are the petitioner, not an interested person to whom notice must be served, but you must list every other party entitled to notice under Fla. Prob. R. 5.041.

Can I sign the verification without a notary?

Yes. A written declaration under penalty of perjury per § 92.525 is sufficient for a verified petition; a notarized oath also works but is not required.

Do I need to file a final accounting if my last annual accounting was just approved?

Yes. § 744.511 requires a final accounting from the day after the last approved period through the date of resignation, even if that period is only weeks long.

Can co-guardians file one joint Petition to Resign?

Yes, if both are resigning. If only one is resigning, that guardian files alone and the petition states the co-guardian will continue to serve.

Do I have to attend the hearing in person?

No, in most circuits. Many Florida probate divisions allow Zoom appearances for uncontested resignation hearings, but check the judge’s standing order.

Will my surety bond be canceled the day I file?

No. The bond is discharged only after the court approves the final accounting and the successor guardian qualifies, which is usually 45 to 90 days after filing.

Do I write the ward’s address as it appears on Letters or the current address?

Yes — current address. Paragraph 4 must reflect where the ward lives today, and any change since Letters issued should also be filed as a notice of change of residence.

Can I resign if I am being investigated by OPPG?

No, not without disclosure. You may petition to resign, but you must disclose the investigation in Paragraph 3, and the court may defer ruling until OPPG completes its review.

What happens if the judge denies my Petition to Resign?

No — denial is rare but possible. If denied, you remain guardian, must continue every duty, and may refile with stronger evidence of a qualified successor or compelling cause.